【艦これ】瑞鶴「加賀さんって私のこと好きだよね？」 加賀「……好きよ」
A heartwarming exchange between Kancolle characters Zuikaku and Kaga has become a hot topic online. Zuikaku's direct question and Kaga's slightly embarrassed but affirmative reply, "I do," have been met with overwhelming praise from fans, who find it "precious" and "irresistible." This interaction has brought renewed attention to their unique relationship.
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Kantai Collection -KanColle-
『Kantai Collection -KanColle-』 is a browser game developed by Kadokawa Games and provided by DMM.com. Since its service launch in April 2013, it has captivated many players as a simulation game where they train and strengthen fictional "Kanmusu" (ship girls) to fight against enemies called the Abyssal Fleet. Its greatest feature is the appearance of numerous characters personifying Imperial Japanese Navy ships from World War II, with each ship's historical facts and characteristics deeply reflected in the characters' personalities and dialogue. Players become "Admirals" and organize their Kanmusu to undertake missions and sorties. The game's appeal extends beyond mere training; it lies in the relationships between characters, the drama arising from historical backgrounds, and, above all, the presence of unique Kanmusu. It has also undergone extensive media mix development, including anime adaptations, manga, and merchandise, establishing its popularity not as a fleeting trend but as a long-term major content. The conversation between Zuikaku and Kaga mentioned here also originated within the game's worldview and character settings, demonstrating a fan culture that deeply interprets and enjoys the relationships between characters.
Zuikaku (KanColle)
Zuikaku is an aircraft carrier Kanmusu appearing in 『Kantai Collection -KanColle-』. As the second ship of the Shokaku-class aircraft carriers in the Imperial Japanese Navy, she historically participated in numerous operations from the early to late stages of World War II, including the attack on Pearl Harbor, the Battle of the Marianas, and the Battle of Leyte Gulf, despite not participating in the Battle of Midway. In the game, Zuikaku's character reflects her historical achievements, depicted as confident and optimistic. She deeply admires her sister ship Shokaku (the first ship of the Shokaku-class) and often acts with her as the "Fifth Carrier Division" (Go-kō-sen), also showing strong loyalty to the Admiral. Furthermore, it is often implied that she has a rivalrous yet special relationship with the First Carrier Division (Akagi, Kaga), stemming from their historical positions as aircraft carriers and differences in their relative evaluations in early game balance. The line, "Kaga-san, you like me, right?" from the title, expresses Zuikaku's straightforward and proactive personality, while also hinting at her complex and intimate feelings towards Kaga. Her charming, human-like qualities are one of the reasons why she is loved by many Admirals.
Kaga (KanColle)
Kaga is one of the iconic aircraft carrier Kanmusu who has appeared in 『Kantai Collection -KanColle-』 since its early days. Based on her historical background of being built as a Kaga-class battleship and later converted into an aircraft carrier, she is depicted in the game as a calm, composed, and somewhat strict character. She forms the "First Carrier Division" (Ichi-kō-sen) with Akagi, and their high proficiency and strength have been relied upon by many Admirals from the beginning of the game. On the other hand, she sometimes shows an unexpected side, like making jokes, and the hidden kindness and emotions behind her cool demeanor have gained popularity among fans. Towards the Kanmusu of the Fifth Carrier Division, including Zuikaku, she can be seen acting strictly at times and kindly at others. Especially with Zuikaku, due to historical circumstances (such as the Fifth Carrier Division being new cutting-edge carriers while the First Carrier Division was lost at Midway), a special relationship of mutual recognition, though still competitive, has been established in both in-game and official depictions. The line, "...I do," is a very rare and significant moment where Kaga, who usually doesn't show her emotions, expresses her honest feelings in response to Zuikaku's question, causing a huge reaction among fans and deeply implying the nature of their relationship.